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Multiple Choice
Which structure of a flower is responsible for trapping pollen?
A
Petal
B
Anther
C
Sepal
D
Stigma
Verified step by step guidance
1
Understand the basic structure of a flower, which includes the petals, sepals, stamens, and pistils.
Recognize that the pistil is the female reproductive part of the flower, which consists of the stigma, style, and ovary.
Identify the role of the stigma, which is the top part of the pistil. It is sticky or feathery to effectively trap pollen grains.
Differentiate the stigma from other parts of the flower: the anther is part of the stamen (male reproductive part) and produces pollen, while the petal and sepal are non-reproductive parts that protect the flower and attract pollinators.
Conclude that the stigma is the structure responsible for trapping pollen, facilitating the process of pollination.